Rivals.com national analyst Mike Farrell weighs in on both games and points out that the Sun Devils may have the most to gain in

their contest.

"Arizona State has been moving into California, and this is a game that could boost its profile," he said. "The team got lucky last week against

Wisconsin, but in eight weeks it will be a win on the resume, and following it up with a statement against Stanford would be huge.

"This is the best class in Arizona in the time I have covered recruiting, so getting a marquis win would just add some juice to the program. For Stanford, it is expected to win and so it will be checking a box. The two don't often compete for the same players, but it would be a win against a ranked program that is on the rise."

The state of Louisiana is even more loaded than Arizona this year, and players such as Speedy Noil and Gerald Willis III are already looking around, as is River Ridge (La.) John Curtis receiver

Farrell thinks this is a game that is a must-win, statement type contest for the home team.

"LSU has to be peddle to the metal at all times right now," he said. "Losing Robinson was hard, and if the rest of those guys get out it would be bad news for them. I think LSU has to win and win, and then win.

"There are some guys that cross over with offers, and Auburn is starting off hot, so coming out of this with a win would only add fuel to what Gus Malzahn and that staff are doing. This is a very interesting game, for sure."